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The base pay range for this position is $170,000 - $200,000 annually plus bonus and equity depending on experience. This position is based onsite at our Tracy, CA facility. The Director of Manufacturing is responsible for managing a fast-paced production plant within FreshRealm’s operations team. Drive the site performance for KPIs to ensure maximum efficiency while at all times, maintaining the highest standards of quality, regulatory, and company specifications. Provides training and motivation to team members, using recognition, positive feedback, and other rewards with appropriate discretion in a continuous improvement environment. Engages senior managers, operations managers, and supervisors to ensure their development and follows all health and safety standards and enforces use of PPEs. Key Responsibilities Responsible for controlling material used in manufacturing operations to ensure costs stay within budgeted levels. Monitor shift operations and productivity. Maximize the efficiency of the department and ensure Daily Production plan targets are attained. Responsible for creating, modifying, and adjusting team member work schedules, and granting time off, as is appropriate, to ensure effective communication at all levels and complete all necessary administrative work. You will actively resolve problems that team members raised to you. You will give positive feedback to help build their confidence and provide constructive criticism to develop their skills. Responsible for coaching and discipline of team members. Evaluates departmental performance and effectiveness by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data and metrics. Attains successful production objectives, implementation of policies, and utilization of available resources while ensuring all customer, regulatory, and legal requirements are followed. Analyze 'Downtime' ensuring proper explanation of the reasons for 'Lost' production and to liaise with other Plant Managers on addressing the resulting issues. Effectively manage the labor resource and control this to within the given budgets/targets for the required output. Deal with staff and effectively manage the labor resource and control this to within the given budgets/targets for the required output. Issues of discipline, grievance, and welfare within the guidelines laid out in the Company’s published policies and procedures. To maintain and not exceed departmental budgets. Promotes 'Quality' within the facility by positively reinforcing the Company’s quality ethos and encouraging a 'right the first time, every time' approach; to also ensure regular attendance at 'testing panels' by self and staff. Ensure that Good Manufacturing Practice (GMPs), as indicated by product specifications or other media, is adhered to at all times and stages of the process. Enforces GMPs, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs), quality, and proper documentation of processes. Enforces the clean-as-you-go policy and practices. Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Quality standards as identified on product specifications, to isolate and address any non-conformance within 24 hours and monitor measures designed to maintain and improve standards within the Department. Liaise with the Quality department on issues affecting the plant and with the IT department to ensure faults/repairs are properly reported and corrected and to agree on the availability of machinery and equipment for maintenance. Assure DECOM System data integrity is maintained by confirming that Production Orders, Purchase Orders, Sales Orders, and Inventory Batches are closed as needed daily by the team. To identify and effectively resolve any problems affecting performance within the Department. To ensure 'Process Control' systems are properly implemented and maintained, including scanning of all items. Responsible for the highest level of health and safety for the employees, agency employees, and the consumer. Required to report and to complete 'Accident / Incident' forms and conduct any necessary investigation, taking measures to prevent additional problems or reoccurrence. Ensures proper training and re-training are conducted as needed. Qualifications Skills and Requirements Minimum (10) years experience in a production management role within a fast-paced business, preferably within a chilled food environment. Manufacturing experience in food is preferable. Good understanding of all continuous improvement production techniques. Knowledge of large-scale business start-up is preferred. Demonstrated ability at being a team player. Experience working in a continuous improvement environment and demonstrated delivery through change. Certified and trained in OSHA requirements or expectations, HACCP, SDS, First Aid/CPR, and Food Hygiene. Ability to motivate others to work routine and monotonous processes and stand for extended periods of time. Must have a good understanding of English; bilingual (Spanish) speaking skills are helpful. Ability to work in a cold/damp environment and stand for extended periods. Experience / Education Bachelor's level/Master's degree preferred in Manufacturing or another related field. Certificates in HACCP, Food Handling, Culinary Arts, or other related training or education is preferred. A Minimum (10) years experience in a production management role, preferably in a chilled food environment, within a fast-paced business. Experience working in a fresh food manufacturing environment applying common processes, procedures, and equipment. Experience managing in a chilled food manufacturing business preferred. 5 years or more experience applying and enforcing routine Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in a food environment is essential. What We Offer Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, and legal insurance. 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested. Life and ADD insurance. Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals. Paid time off. Our Values at Work We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS. In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks. Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines. Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time. CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations. TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership. Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings. INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value. Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices. Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks. OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity. NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency and make adjustments accordingly. Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support. SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end result of a project, initiative, or task. Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track. Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers. Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies, and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county, and state requirements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr FreshRealm, Inc.

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